SPOTLIGHT: 2:32am by Emily Ford

 

Hello Therians!

 

It's time for another spotlight, and this time I'm featuring Emily Ford's 2:32 A.M, the first book in The Djinn Master's Legacy trilogy! 

 

 

 

 

SYNOPSIS

In the early morning hours nearing her 17th birthday, Cat Townsend woke to the sudden blur of a mysterious unknown man sitting on the edge of her bed. She did not feel fear – rather a strange calmness overtook her. In an instant their eyes locked, he lightly touched her hand, and then he disappeared into the nothingness of night.

 

Caught in that undefined place between asleep and awake, the moment felt hazy and surreal. A chill ran down Cat’s spine as she glances at the time – it’s 2:32 a.m.

What unfolds in the first book of The Djinn Master’s Legacy trilogy, is young Cat’s personal struggle with the overwhelming choice to accept a destiny of magic. As she contemplates the merits of unparalleled power, her new and ordinary world in Savannah, Georgia is understandably shaken. The closer her decision gets, the more twisted her life with family, friends and boyfriend becomes. Will she choose to give up everything she cherishes?

 

Find out, in 2:32 A.M. The time everything happens.

 

 Praise for 2:32 A.M.

 

“2:32am – The Djinn Master’s Legacy” is featured in the latest Big Blend Magazine ‘Champagne Sundays’ as a great read for young adults!

“A seemingly ordinary teenage girl might just become a creature of legend in the first volume of debut author Ford’s young-adult fantasy trilogy.”

– Kirkus Reviews

 

“These days, genre fiction for young adult readers focus heavily on vampires, werewolves and zombies. However, what was most refreshing about 2:32 a.m. was the absence of the usual paranormal phenomena. 2:32 a.m. intrigues readers with the mystery and power of genies. Ford leaves the reader at the edge of seats, waiting and hoping the next book will be available soon. It is an excellent portrayal of a modern day teenager who is trying to find herself in the midst of her high school years, with a twist – and a great one at that. For those who love mystery, magic, and love, this is a must read.”

– Tamar Mekredijian, Pacific Book Review

 

“An addicting Djinn novel complete with romance, danger and something a little different. From start to finish it was tough to put down. This author draws you in with the characters and tightly woven storyline. Emily Ford writes an addicting novel. I can hardly wait to read the next one!

– Lisa Fox, Top Book Reviewers

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About the Author

Debut novelist Emily Ford has always been a storyteller. As a kid at summer camp in Maine, she’d make up ghost stories at bedtime for her fellow bunkmates.

Her Djinn Master’s Legacy trilogy also began as a simple bedtime story, intended for Ford’s then adolescent children to have in writing and use to tell their own kids one day. By the time she finished writing, she had three very full books.

2:32 a.m., Ford’s first installment of her young adult series, caught early readers’ attention as a fiction book minus the typical vampire and werewolf characters.

The Texas writer interned each summer with KHOU-TV in Houston while gaining her bachelor’s degree in radio and television at The University of Arizona. She worked on the copy desk at The Dallas Morning News, and eventually started the marketing company KapsMark, Inc.

Website: EmilyFordAuthor.com

@DjinnMstrLegacy 
   

The Djinn Master's Legacy 
  

Emily Ford

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Blog Tour & Giveaway: 2:32am by Emily Ford - Author Interview

Hello, Therians!

Welcome to my third day on the 2:32am Blog Tour with Giveaway, hosted by JKS Communications! 2:32am is the first book in the Djinn Master's Legacy trilogy by Emily Ford.

Don't forget to check out the giveaway at the end of the post for your chance to win a copy of 2:32am!! ( US Only )

BOOK DETAILS

Paperback, $8.99

ISBN: 9780988404601

eBook, $5.99

ISBN: 9780615601694

YA fiction, 329 pages

October 1, 2012

SYNOPSIS

In the early morning hours nearing her 17th birthday, Cat Townsend woke to the sudden blur of a mysterious unknown man sitting on the edge of her bed. She did not feel fear – rather a strange calmness overtook her. In an instant their eyes locked, he lightly touched her hand, and then he disappeared into the nothingness of night.

Caught in that undefined place between asleep and awake, the moment felt hazy and surreal. A chill ran down Cat’s spine as she glances at the time – it’s 2:32 a.m.

What unfolds in the first book of The Djinn Master’s Legacy trilogy, is young Cat’s personal struggle with the overwhelming choice to accept a destiny of magic. As she contemplates the merits of unparalleled power, her new and ordinary world in Savannah, Georgia is understandably shaken. The closer her decision gets, the more twisted her life with family, friends and boyfriend becomes. Will she choose to give up everything she cherishes?

Find out, in 2:32 A.M. The time everything happens.

 

You've already met, Cat Townsend, now let me introduce you to, Emily Ford, the talent behind this exciting new series.

Hi Emily,

Thank you for taking the time to join us for a Q & A session!

1.      Tell us a bit more about yourself.

                        Well let's see...I'm a mom, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, tennis partner, sports-aholic, taxi driver, short-order cook, Starbucks addict, fundraiser, reader, ice cream aficionado, world traveler, storyteller (big and small), klutz, animal lover and closet 'The Voice' fanatic. Did that cover it?

2.      Describe yourself in three words. 

                        Impossible!

3.   What do you do when you are not writing?

            Procrastinating probably. I'm easily distracted by beautiful weather and a pair of sneakers.

4.      What five things do you never leave home without?

                        Hopefully my purse and keys, but also my computer, gum, pink lip gloss and a sweater.

5.      Who/what inspired you to write your first novel?

            My kids! We told awesome bedtime stories that couldn't be forgotten.

6.      What has been your most rewarding experience on the road to being published?

                        Finishing the series.

7.      What is the best piece of advice you have been given as an author?

                        Find your voice and stick with it. 

8.      What advice would you give to aspiring authors?

            Find your voice and stick with it.

9.      Who are your favorite authors to read?

                        There are way too many to list. But all time favoriteswould have to include classics like: Dr. Seuss for his absolute brilliance, J.R.R Tolkein for his imagery and description, and Margaret Mitchell for the gift of history in Gone With The Wind. But others include Agatha Christie, Harold Robbins, Dean Koontz, Robert Ludlum, and the amazing storytelling ability of JK Rowling, who gave a new generation of readers the gift of holding a book in their hands.

10.      How did you come up with the idea for 2:32am?

                        The idea began as a bedtime story for my kids, and as all my stories, started with "There once was a girl/boy named__________". All the tales I ever told were about real kids in real situations, usually scary for my son, and more adventurous for my daughter. The story and plot twists would emerge as I went along and were never preconceived. Such as 2:32 AM came about. So in the end I'd say, the story more or less, wrote itself.

11.      Are any of the characters based on someone you know? 

                        Not any one person, but probably a conglomeration of several people I've known.

12.   Who is your favorite character, and why?

            As the creator of each personality, the only fair answer is "all of them". Seriously, I'm so connected to each of them they feel very real to me. In fact, if I see someone walking down the street that physically resembles someone, I have this instant where I'm tempted to say something. Thank goodness I don't. That would be creepy.

There are however, those characters I wish I could know. I'd love to meet Finnegan, say over brandy with a roaring fireplace nearby and listen to some of his tales. No doubt I wish I had his wisdom...

13.      Which chapter was the most enjoyable/memorable to write, and why?

                        The ending. It's memorable, as in nightmare! It's impossible for me to know where, and when to stop. Thank goodness for amazing Editors. Sometimes you just have to be told what to do!

14.      Are you working on any special projects at the moment?

            Books 2 and 3. They're just itching to get out!

15.      Where can readers stalk you?

                        Links to my social networking sites etc. can be found in my bio below.

About the Author

Debut novelist Emily Ford has always been a storyteller. As a kid at summer camp in Maine, she’d make up ghost stories at bedtime for her fellow bunkmates.

Her Djinn Master’s Legacy trilogy also began as a simple bedtime story, intended for Ford’s then adolescent children to have in writing and use to tell their own kids one day. By the time she finished writing, she had three very full books.

2:32 a.m., Ford’s first installment of her young adult series, caught early readers’ attention as a fiction book minus the typical vampire and werewolf characters.

The Texas writer interned each summer with KHOU-TV in Houston while gaining her bachelor’s degree in radio and television at The University of Arizona. She worked on the copy desk at The Dallas Morning News, and eventually started the marketing company KapsMark, Inc.

Website: EmilyFordAuthor.com

@DjinnMstrLegacy

The Djinn Master's Legacy

Emily Ford

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Blog Tour & Giveaway: 2:32am by Emily Ford - Character Interview with Cat Townsend

Hello, Therians!

Welcome to my second day on the 2:32am Blog Tour with Giveaway, hosted by JKS Communications! 2:32am is the first book in the Djinn Master's Legacy trilogy by Emily Ford.

Don't forget to check out the giveaway at the end of the post for your chance to win a copy of 2:32am!! ( US Only )

BOOK DETAILS

Paperback, $8.99

ISBN: 9780988404601

eBook, $5.99

ISBN: 9780615601694

YA fiction, 329 pages

October 1, 2012

 

SYNOPSIS

In the early morning hours nearing her 17th birthday, Cat Townsend woke to the sudden blur of a mysterious unknown man sitting on the edge of her bed. She did not feel fear – rather a strange calmness overtook her. In an instant their eyes locked, he lightly touched her hand, and then he disappeared into the nothingness of night.

Caught in that undefined place between asleep and awake, the moment felt hazy and surreal. A chill ran down Cat’s spine as she glances at the time – it’s 2:32 a.m.

What unfolds in the first book of The Djinn Master’s Legacy trilogy, is young Cat’s personal struggle with the overwhelming choice to accept a destiny of magic. As she contemplates the merits of unparalleled power, her new and ordinary world in Savannah, Georgia is understandably shaken. The closer her decision gets, the more twisted her life with family, friends and boyfriend becomes. Will she choose to give up everything she cherishes?

Find out, in 2:32 A.M. The time everything happens.

 

 

Yesterday, Cat gave her thoughts on heartache, specifically her own, so I thought I’d invite her back today to ask her a few questions about her current situation and how being a genie has changed her life.

Hi Cat,

Thank you for joining me today!

1.      You’ve had quite a year! How have you adjusted to your new life? Has it been as simple as Finnegan made it out to be, or do you find that leading a normal mortal life isn’t so easy whilst keeping such a huge secret?

                        Well first, Finnegan never said being a Genie was easy.  In fact, he was very honest about how difficult this life would be. Everything is new to me still, but so far, nothing has been simple. Keeping the secrets from my family and Todd has been by far the hardest part. That’s why I broke down and told Hayden. I’m so relieved that at least he knows the truth.

2.      Would you ever consider letting your friends and the rest of your family in on the truth, even if it means losing them? 

                        I’m not sure.  Telling Hayden and watching him freak out is not an experience I want to duplicate.  But I’ve learned never to say never.  

3.   Speaking of family – how is Hayden? I have to admit I have a bit of a crush on him *blushes* Has your relationship changed in any way since he found out about you becoming a genie? And has he accepted your choice to be with Rolf rather than Todd?

            Hayden is great!  Well it’s only been a short time since he found out, and I think he’s trying to adapt to all that my being a genie entails.  I know it’s not easy to process…and I hate the way he found out!  I never wanted to shock him like that. No—I don’t think Hayden will ever accept my relationship with Rolf.  Todd’s his best friend…

4.      I know it must have been difficult choosing between Todd and Rolf! You had such amazing chemistry with them both. If you had confided in Todd and he had accepted your destiny, and of course if there wasn’t the whole “life partner” thing, would you still have chosen Rolf over him?

                        That’s a good question, a tough one.  “shrugs”   If you remove all the obstacles we face about my being a genie and base our relationship solely on natural love, Todd might have a leg up on Rolf, simply because he knows me so well. But that’s not my reality. In my world, Rolf is the one who totally gets me.  He understands more about who I am than I do, and that’s a powerful connection.  Not to mention, he’s so totally hot.

5.       Your final vision, what do you make of it? Has in made you question your choices in any way?

            I question every choice I make. Billions of times.

6.      Finnegan was a very wise djinn, what was the one most important thing you learnt from him?

                        There have been so many things, it’s impossible to pick one.  However, if I must it would be patience.  I’m not patient at all right now, but I guess it comes easier in time.  Living for eternity will teach me that I’m sure.

7.      With Valentine out of the way, do you still think there is any danger? I mean, Cue’s last remark was definitely threatening. Do you think he’d come after you to avenge her death?

                        Rolf has assured me there will always be danger in the genie world.  Either from Cue or someone else. 

 

 

 

Okay I think that’s enough seriousness from one day, let’s end this conversation on a lighter note.

 

8.      With all the magical abilities that you have acquired. What is the best and why?

            Are you kidding?  The power of time manipulation is the coolest.  Being able to take back what you say, speed things up, slow things down, go forward – nothing beats that.

9.      Have you ever been tempted, even for one second, to zap someone with magic if they have done something to upset you or hurt you in any way? (I know I certainly would have) *gives a wicked grin*

                        I’ve only had my powers for a short time, so I’ve been good so far….Hahaha!

 

Thank you so much for taking the time to answer a few questions. I wish you the best of luck in your new life, and I hope your heart finds the solace it deserves with the one you’re truly destined to be with.

 

About the Author

Debut novelist Emily Ford has always been a storyteller. As a kid at summer camp in Maine, she’d make up ghost stories at bedtime for her fellow bunkmates.

 

Her Djinn Master’s Legacy trilogy also began as a simple bedtime story, intended for Ford’s then adolescent children to have in writing and use to tell their own kids one day. By the time she finished writing, she had three very full books.

 

2:32 a.m., Ford’s first installment of her young adult series, caught early readers’ attention as a fiction book minus the typical vampire and werewolf characters.

The Texas writer interned each summer with KHOU-TV in Houston while gaining her bachelor’s degree in radio and television at The University of Arizona. She worked on the copy desk at The Dallas Morning News, and eventually started the marketing company KapsMark, Inc.

 

 

Website: EmilyFordAuthor.com

 

@DjinnMstrLegacy

The Djinn Master's Legacy

Emily Ford

 

 

 

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Blog Tour & Giveaway: 2:32am by Emily Ford - Cat Townsend Guest Post

Hello, Therians!

Welcome to the 2:32am Blog Tour with Giveaway, hosted by JKS Communications! 2:32am is the first book in the Djinn Master's Legacy trilogy by Emily Ford.

 

 

BOOK DETAILS

Paperback, $8.99

ISBN: 9780988404601

eBook, $5.99

ISBN: 9780615601694

YA fiction, 329 pages

October 1, 2012

 

SYNOPSIS

In the early morning hours nearing her 17th birthday, Cat Townsend woke to the sudden blur of a mysterious unknown man sitting on the edge of her bed. She did not feel fear – rather a strange calmness overtook her. In an instant their eyes locked, he lightly touched her hand, and then he disappeared into the nothingness of night.

Caught in that undefined place between asleep and awake, the moment felt hazy and surreal. A chill ran down Cat’s spine as she glances at the time – it’s 2:32 a.m.

What unfolds in the first book of The Djinn Master’s Legacy trilogy, is young Cat’s personal struggle with the overwhelming choice to accept a destiny of magic. As she contemplates the merits of unparalleled power, her new and ordinary world in Savannah, Georgia is understandably shaken.  The closer her decision gets, the more twisted her life with family, friends and boyfriend becomes. Will she choose to give up everything she cherishes?

 

Find out, in 2:32 A.M. The time everything happens.

 

 

 

 

I don't want to say too much about this book, you'll have to wait for my review a little later this week, but it's a definite must read for all readers who love a good love triangle. Cat Townsend is a really sweet character whose life turns flip side up and she is forced to make many difficult decisions. Today Cat is here to shed some light on the heartbreak and emotions that rocked her in the first instalment of this series.

Hey, Cat Townsend here!

 

        Let’s talk heartbreak. 

        I know, I know…you think I have no room to talk since getting caught up in a love triangle is just about the most stupid thing a girl can do.  But I’m not the only one in history to ever find herself caught in a mess like this. 

        Look no further than some of the greatest love affairs ever -- Cleopatra, Julius Caesar and Marc Anthony, or Queen Guinevere, King Arthur and Sir Lancelot!  Add to that the fictitious but no less enticing love between Scarlett O’Hara, Rhett Butler and Ashley Wilkes. I would say I’m in rather good, if not uncomfortable company.

        But try explaining how it’s even possible to have such enormous feelings for two different guys to my close friends or family.  It’s like speaking a different language. No one can understand this kind of love.  (Not even me).

        I look back and try to pinpoint the exact moment I knew I was in love with both guys, and I can’t.  Not really. The depths of my emotion for Todd and Rolf just slammed me.  And I’ll never really be able to let go.

        And that’s what sucks. 

        For now I’ve chosen Rolf.  But in my heart of hearts – the place I’m too afraid to go…I know I can’t let go of Todd. Not fully.  That’s the worst part of heartache.  He’s a part of me, woven into my soul.  And the entire not-being-able-to-trust myself around him feeling that I get if I see him, or think I’ll see him, will be there always. 

        For the rest of my life.

        And that unfortunately is going to be a really, really long time.

        Bye for now.      

Awww, my heart just breaks for her. Really, once you read this book you will know why I say that and exactly why Cat is so torn!

About the Author

Debut novelist Emily Ford has always been a storyteller. As a kid at summer camp in Maine, she’d make up ghost stories at bedtime for her fellow bunkmates.

Her Djinn Master’s Legacy trilogy also began as a simple bedtime story, intended for Ford’s then adolescent children to have in writing and use to tell their own kids one day. By the time she finished writing, she had three very full books.

2:32 a.m., Ford’s first installment of her young adult series, caught early readers’ attention as a fiction book minus the typical vampire and werewolf characters.

The Texas writer interned each summer with KHOU-TV in Houston while gaining her bachelor’s degree in radio and television at The University of Arizona. She worked on the copy desk at The Dallas Morning News, and eventually started the marketing company KapsMark, Inc.

Website: EmilyFordAuthor.com
 

 

 

@DjinnMstrLegacy     
 

 

The Djinn Master's Legacy    

 

Emily Ford

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